Our Team
Building something truly significant, takes a lot of hard work but anything is possible with team work.
Introducing the social institution Gate of Hope
At the Gate of Hope, our mission is to create a better future for the people of Afghanistan by addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable communities. We aim to empower women by providing them with training and skills that enable them to become independent and self-sufficient. Our focus on helping children ensures that their basic needs are met and that their rights to a bright future are protected. We also provide support to displaced individuals and families who have been affected by war and other hardships. Our efforts to provide them with food, clothing, and water not only meet their immediate needs but also help restore their hope and dignity.
AMAZING VOLUNTERS
CHILDREN WE EDUCATE
HELP EMPLOYEE WOMEN
Our team of dedicated and experienced professionals is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. We are constantly seeking new and innovative approaches to address the challenges faced by vulnerable communities. Our passion to help and our commitment to making a difference drive us to work tirelessly towards a better future for the people of Afghanistan. In conclusion, the Gate of Hope is a social institution dedicated to creating a better future for the people of Afghanistan. Our focus on empowering women and children, along with providing support to displaced individuals, forms an integral part of our vision and mission. Our commitment to making a difference is unwavering, and we are proud to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.
It is with immense pleasure that we announce the expansion of our volunteer network across Afghanistan. Through our collective efforts, we’ve successfully facilitated various humanitarian initiatives aimed at improving the lives of those in need. These initiatives include conducting a training seminar for over 500 women that culminated in the award of nursing certificates, and offering a six-month sewing training program for 200 women, after which we provided 50 of them with sewing equipment to aid in their employment endeavors.
In partnership with the Forough Aria private school, we have provided free education for over 650 underprivileged children. We also conducted a mental health seminar for young adults and teenagers, aimed at addressing the impact of war-related trauma.
Furthermore, we have struck agreements with two hospitals to offer discounted healthcare services to low-income individuals, and collaborated with two universities to provide more affordable education options for families with limited financial resources. To assist families in need during the harsh winter season, we’ve distributed thousands of clothing items.
We are incredibly proud of our progress and look forward to continuing our efforts to make a positive impact in Afghanistan.
Allow us to introduce the talented and dedicated individuals who comprise the backbone of our organization, Gate of Hope. Our team is a diverse group of remarkable individuals from various backgrounds, all driven by a shared passion for making a positive impact in Afghanistan. With their tireless efforts and unwavering commitment, we have been able to achieve a great deal, expanding our vision beyond what we initially imagined.
Our board members and volunteers are the driving forces behind each of our projects. It is through their invaluable contributions that we have been able to extend our work and continue making a difference. We are extremely proud to be a part of such a dedicated and inspired team and eagerly anticipate continued success in the future.
Board Members

Saboor Kamal
- Education: Saint Petersburg State University
- Field of Study: Master’s Degree in Social and Political Sciences
- Occupation: Media Journalist, TV Personnel, Writer and Human Rights Activist
- Chairman of The Gate of Hope

Zabi Saboori
- Education: Northern Virginia Community College and MIHT Institute
- Field of Study: Human Psychology
- Occupation: Professional Investor, Consultant, Cinematographer and Human Rights Activist
- Vice-Chairman of The Gate of Hope

Abdullah Saboori
- Education: Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University
- Field of Study: Finance
- Occupation: Consultant and Human Rights Activist
- Secretary of The Gate of Hope

Sowaida Darwish
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law
- Occupation: Professor of Balkh University, Director of Forough Aria Private School, Lawyer and Social Activist
- In Charge of Northern Allies of The Gate of Hope

Lal Mohammad Darwish
- Education: Balkh University of Law
- Field of Study: Law
- Occupation: Data Intervention of EWOA in Samangan Province, Director of School in Mazar-e-Sharif Province and Human Rights Activist
- Representative of the Gate of Hope in Afghanistan

Abdul Hamed Saeedi
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Public Administration and Policy
- Occupation: Director of Balkh Railway Finance Department
- Human Resource Officer at Gate of Hope

Tamana Tabesh
- Education: NHL Stenden Hogeschool
- Field of Study: Business Management
- Occupation: Professional Songwriter, Artist, TV Personnel and Human Rights Activist
- Representative Gate of Hope in Netherlands

Freshta Hamraz
- Education: BBA
- Field of Study: Finance and Accounting
- Work experience: Finance Management
- Occupation: Finance Management and Social Activist
- VP Finance GOH Afghanistan

Jan DuPlain
- Education: American University, Dale Carnegie Institute and Gallup Leadership Institute
- Field of Study: Public Affairs & Government and International Studies
- Occupation: CEO and President of Du Plain Global Enterprises
- Representative of the Gate of Hope in USA

Shaperay Habibi
- Education: Chemistry University of Afghanistan
- Field of Study: Chemistry
- Occupation: Laboratory Technician
- Representative Gate of Hope in Naharshaee District

Dr. Khair M. Khairkha
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law
- Occupation: Employee of Balkh Health Department
- Head of Social Sciences Adviser of Gate of Hope

Yousuf Ahmad Niazy
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: Human Resources and Project Management
- Program Manager at Gate of Hope

Abdul Jabar Afghan
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Pashto Language and Literature
- Occupation: Professor of Balkh Chaharbolak Institute
- Accounting Manager of Gate of Hope

Ajmal Aryan
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Baccalaureate
- Occupation: School teacher in Dehdadi District of Balkh Province
- Education Adviser of Gate of Hope

Mirwais Hashimi
- Education: The Way to Happiness Institute of Balkh Province
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: Professor of Way to Happiness Institute
- Agriculture Adviser

Abdul Qudos Sabit
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Afghan State Department, Consultant
- Program Officer at Gate of Hope

Fayaz Kazemi
- Education: Balkh University of Media
- Field of Study: Journalism
- Occupation: Media and Journaliste
- Media Assistant at Gate of Hope

Haji Masih Rahmani
- Education: Institute of International Laws of Afghanistan
- Field of Study: International Law
- Occupation: Human Resources & Common relationship
- Position: Human Resources & Common relationship & Kabul Representative
Our Team of Growing Volunteers
The team at Gate of Hope is fortunate to be comprised of an incredible group of volunteers hailing from various regions across Afghanistan. These dedicated individuals bring a wealth of diverse talents and skills to the table, and their contributions have been instrumental to our organization’s success. From the inception of Gate of Hope, we had a vision to improve the future of Afghanistan through our humanitarian efforts, and with the hard work and commitment of our volunteers, we have been able to achieve far more than we ever imagined. The passion, dedication, and creativity of our volunteers are truly inspiring, and we are proud to work alongside such talented and motivated individuals. Their efforts have enabled us to expand our work and reach even more people in need, and we are grateful for their unwavering support. With such a talented and dedicated team of volunteers, the future looks bright for Gate of Hope and the communities we serve.

Wazhma Mohammadi
- Education: Kapisa Province
- Field of Study: Low & Political science
- Occupation: Teacher
- Member of (GOH) Kapisa Province

Dilawari Najiba Noor
- Education: Sheberghan High School
- Fields of Study: Police
- Occupations: Representative of Georgia USA

Shadaba Shamal
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Low & Medical Technology
- Occupation: Hospital Employee
- Member of Gate of Hope in Afghanistan

Habib Rahman Qadiri
- Education: Kabul Military School
- Fields of Study: Military
- Occupations: Has served 37 years in Afghan Department of Defense

Ahmad Jawed Arya
- Education: Social Sciences of Badakhshan University
- Field of Study: Social Sciences and Journalism
- Occupation: Civil Activist

Naiem Shah Mahboob
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Geology and Geography
- Occupation: Head professor of Khulm School in Balkh province

Amina Karimi
- Education: Samangan University
- Field of Study: Political Science
- Occupation: Civil Activist

Farida Noori
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Baccalaureate
- Occupation: School teacher in Dehdadi District of Balkh Province

Laila Ahmadi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Professor of Chahar Bolk University of Balkh Province

Shamsullah Shams
- Education: Samangan University
- Field of Study: Political Science
- Occupation: Civil Activist

Yasmin Safi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Baccalaureate
- Occupation: School teacher in Dehdadi District of Balkh Province

Said Gulabudin Sadat
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Professor of Chahar Bolk University of Balkh Province

Yusuf Nooristani
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Afghan State Department

Ahmad Mubin Q.
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: law & political science faculty
- Occupation: Member & Proposals writer of (GOH) Afghanistan

Soraya Qaderi
- Education: Faryab University
- Field of Study: Language and Literature
- Occupation: Author and Renowned poet

Farhad Agha
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Afghan State Department

Qahir Mirzad
- Education: M. Fahim University
- Field of Study: Bachler of Low Faculty / Logistic
- Occupation: Member (GOH) Of Kabul

Basir Sherzai
- Education: Faryab University
- Field of Study: Language and Literature
- Occupation: Author and Renowned poet

Zabiullah Yari
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Afghan State Department

Orshmeena Popalzai
- Education: Afghan- Swiss Medical University
- Field of Study: Radiologist
- Occupation: translator (Pushto, Dari, English, Urdu & Chinese)

Shabnam Fazli
- Education: Faryab University
- Field of Study: Language and Literature
- Occupation: Author and Renowned poet

Navid Sayed
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Afghan State Department

Mujtaba Zareen
- Education: Afghan- Swiss Medical University
- Field of Study: Radiologist
- Occupation: translator (Pushto, Dari, English, Urdu & Chinese)

Zainudin Alamyar
- Education: Takhar University
- Field of Study: Language and Literature
- Occupation: Member of (GOH)

Samira Sadat Arsalan
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law
- Occupation: Civil Activist

Fatima Rezai
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Public Administration and Policy
- Occupation: Director of Balkh Railway Finance Department

Wasiqa Hafez
- Education: Takhar University
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: University Professor
- Wasiqa Hafez Member of Takhar Procurement Committee

Nesar Ahmad M. Thair
- Education: Takhar University
- Field of Study: Civil Engineering
- Occupation: Engineer
- Active member of Takhar Provence

Abdul Aziz Noori
- Education: Samangan University
- Field of Study: Dari Language and Literature
- Occupation: University professor, Central Statistics Office and Active Civil Member of Samangan
- Head of Gate of Hope in Province of Samangan

Behroz M. Nader
- Education: Jawzjan University
- Field of Study: Biology
- Occupation: Professor of Jawzjan University
- Head of Gate of Hope in Jawzjan Province

Farzana Akbari
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: General Studies
- Occupation: School teacher
- Head of Gate of Hope in Ballkh Province

Fazila Juya
- Education: Sarpol University
- Field of Study: Journalism
- Occupation: Local media employee, Civil Activist
- Head of Gate of Hope in Sari Pol Province

Sabera Sultan Mohammad
- Education: Jawzjan University
- Field of Study: Economics and Trade
- Occupation: Head of the Divine Caravan Foundation
- Active Member of Gate of Hope in Jawzjan Province

Fatima Qasimi
- Education: Daikundi University
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: N/A
- Head of Gate of Hope in Daeekundi Province

Farida Husain Zada
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: Balkh Rural Development Officer
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Habibullah Ghulam Rasul
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Political Science Law
- Occupation: Department of Electro Engineering and Department of Health
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Mehrya Sultany
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Economy & Trade
- Occupation: Member (GOH)

Sajeda Azimi
- Education: Kabul Education University
- Field of Study: Language & Literature
- Occupation: Teacher in Behzad & Shams Tabrizi High School, Member of (GOH)

Abdullah Nazari
- Education: Faryab University
- Field of Study: Law
- Occupation: An employee of an institution in Balkh Province
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Mubaraka Karimi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Psychology and Social Sciences
- Occupation: N/A
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Nasreen Zahir
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: N/A
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Anahita Barakzai
- Education: The Way to Happiness Institute of Balkh Province
- Field of Study: Economics
- Occupation: Professor of Way to Happiness Institute
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

M.Edris
- Education: The Way to Happiness Institute
- Field of Study: Journalism
- Occupation: Media
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Zobair Ashraf M. Salim
- Education: Takhar Road to Prosperity Institute
- Field of Study: Economics and Business
- Occupation: Professor at Takhar Institute of Happiness
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

Gita Rastgar
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Banking Management
- Occupation: Director of Radio Station, Civil Activist and Teacher
- Head of Gate of Hope in Faryab Province

Manucher Shahpar
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia and currently studying law in Moscow
- Occupation: Goldsmith
- Head of Gate of Hope in Moscow, Russia

Farid Ahmad Noorzai
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Political Science, Therapeutic Medicine
- Occupation: Media spokesperson and Consultant
- Head of Gate of Hope in Germany

Sidiqullah Musadiq
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Infrastructure Engineering
- Occupation: Rural Development Officer in Sari Pol Province
- Active Member of Gate of Hope in Sari Pol Province

Mirwais Samadi
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Law
- Occupation: Professor of Balkh University
- Head of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Muhammad Ramin Farhmand
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Electrical Engineer
- Occupation: Professor of Kapisa University
- Head of Gate of Hope in Kapisa Province

Eng. Ali Rahraw
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Mining Engineer
- Occupation: Afghan State Department, Author of 5 Books on Afghanistan’s Natural Resources
- Head of Gate of Hope in Kabul Province

Zohra Jafari
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Journalism and Graphic Designing
- Occupation: Balkh Local Media Employee
- Active Member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Faisal Mohammadi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Afghan State Department, Consultant
- Head of the Legal Department of Gate of Hope

Muhammad Naser
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Petroleum Engineering
- Occupation: Lawyer and Head of the 3rd District of Maimana city in Faryab Province

Banoo Abassy
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Bachelor Of language & literature
- Occupation: Member Of (GOH) Afghanistan

Wali Mohammad Haidary
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Political Science
- Occupation: Department of Education in Balkh Province
- Active Member of Gate of Hope in Balkh Province

M Jawed Rahimi
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: The Law of the Judiciary
- Occupation: Small Business

Besmallah Elyasi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

Skandar Sper
- Education: Bach University
- Field of Study: Social Sciences
- Occupation: University Professor of Law and Political Science
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Ali Bakht
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Medicine
- Occupation: Active member of the charity in health affairs and Social Activist
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Samira Mansoori
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

Mursal Haidari
- Education: Kapisa University
- Field of Study: Bachelor Low & Political Science
- Occupation: Member of (GOH) Kapisa

Mariam Jamali
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Medicine
- Occupation: Active member of the charity in health affairs and Social Activist
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Idris Naseri
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

M. Hamid Karimi
- Education: Charikar University
- Field of Study: Agriculture
- Occupation: Member of (GOH) Parwaan Province

Shugofa Herawi
- Education: Herat University
- Field of Study: The Economics Management
- Occupation: Member Of GHO in Herat

Hamza Khattak
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

Abdul Malik Q.
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Low & Political Science
- Occupation: School teacher
- Member Of (GOH) Afghanistan

Eng. A. Malik Eltaf
- Education: Jawzjan University
- Field of Study: Engineering faculty
- Occupation: Active member Engineering committee

Imran Mustafa
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

Rafiullah Jamshidi
- Education: Bach University
- Field of Study: Social Sciences
- Occupation: University Professor of Law and Political Science
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Habib Zia
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Medicine
- Occupation: Active member of the charity in health affairs and Social Activist
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Latif Samadi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

Shibo Shafiqa
- Education: Parwan University
- Field of Study: Biology
- Occupation: Teacher
- Member of (GOH ) Parwan Province

Roya Rahmani
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Medicine
- Occupation: Active member of the charity in health affairs and Social Activist
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Farooq Rahimi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Sharia
- Occupation: Eliassy Market Manager

Emran Moradi
- Education: Bach University
- Field of Study: Social Sciences
- Occupation: University Professor of Law and Political Science
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Ghulam Qayum
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Medicine
- Occupation: Active member of the charity in health affairs and Social Activist
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

M . Jan Mohammadi
- Education: Social Sciences of Parwan University
- Field of Study: Social Sciences and Military
- Occupation: Representative (GOH) Of Texas USA

Suraya Ahmadi
- Education: Balkh University
- Field of Study: Midwife and Social Sciences
- Occupation: Midwifery Balkh Public Health
- Member of Balkh Health Care (GOH)

Shabnam Zamiri
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Low & political science
- Occupation: Teacher & civil society activist
- Member of Gate of Hope in Afghanistan

Ajmal Khaliqyar
- Education: Kabul University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science and Agriculture
- Occupation: General Director of Agriculture Department and Director of Hospital in Kunduz Province
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Aminullah Hakimi
- Education: Kabul University of Healthcare
- Field of Study: PHD in General Healthcare
- Occupation: The Manager of the Clinic (Subhan Medical Complex), Partnered with Gate of Hope to give 50% discount to help those in need
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Nasratullah Fazlyar
- Education: Kabul University & New Delhi University of India
- Field of Study: Dermatologist, Plastic Surgeon
- Occupation: Clinic Owner (Sayeed Jan Clinic) and Director of theInstitute of Stomatology in Kunduz Province
- Active member of Gate of Hope in Northern Afghanistan

Jamshid Sulaimanqul
- Education: University of Javzjan
- Field of Study: Civil Engineering
- Occupation: Sit Engineer and News Reporter for IHA
- Member of Gate of Hope in Turkey

Besmellah Nazar
- Education: Paris University of Construction
- Field of Study: Engineering
- Occupation: Construction FIGS
- Representative of Gate of Hope in Paris

Hazamullah Haqjou
- Education: Takhar University
- Field of Study: Law and Political Science
- Occupation: Journalist & Reporter
